Nick Perbix took a shot that inadvertently struck Jake McCabe in the head, causing McCabe to leave the game in the second period. Despite the incident, Lightning coach Jon Cooper expressed hope that McCabe would be okay, indicating Perbix's involvement in a physical moment during the match.

Nick Perbix scored a goal in the Lightning's decisive 8-2 victory over the Avalanche, contributing to the team's strong offensive performance.

Nick Perbix scored the opening goal for the Lightning, capitalizing on a play that highlighted the Avalanche's defensive struggles. His shot came after a collision involving a Colorado defenseman, showcasing Tampa Bay's ability to exploit opportunities and maintain offensive pressure throughout the game.

At 2:39 of the second period, Perbix opened the scoring for the Lightning, giving them a 1-0 lead by walking around Matthew Kessel and stuffing a shot past Jordan Binnington. This marked Perbix's first goal of the season.

Nick Perbix scored one of the Lightning's two goals in the game, contributing to the team's effort despite their third consecutive loss.